06/02/2026
Mitigation and buildback are not the same thing.
The easiest way I can explain it is this:
If you hire an electrician to add a few outlets, would you expect them to replace the drywall, finish it, texture it, paint it, and make it look like nothing ever happened?
Of course not. You'd hire a drywall professional and a painter because those are different skill sets.
Insurance restoration is no different.
Mitigation companies are there to mitigate the loss, dry the structure, perform demolition, stabilize the property, and clean. That's what they specialize in.
That does NOT automatically mean they're qualified to rebuild your home, navigate code requirements, pull permits, manage inspections, or handle the reconstruction process correctly.
There are some excellent mitigation companies out there. Just make sure you're hiring the right professional for the right phase of the project. 🔨🏠